Pelastoneurus vagans
Loew, 1861
Pelastoneurus vagans is a of long-legged fly ( Dolichopodidae) first described by Loew in 1861. As a member of the Dolichopodinae, it shares the characteristic elongated legs and slender body typical of this diverse family of predatory flies. The species is documented in entomological collections and databases, with 173 observations recorded on iNaturalist.
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How to pronounce Pelastoneurus vagans: //ˌpɛləsˌtoʊˈnʊərəs ˈveɪɡænz//
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Taxonomic Authority
The authority for Pelastoneurus vagans is cited as Loew, 1861 in Catalogue of Life and GBIF, though NCBI lists Becker, 1861. This minor discrepancy in authorship reflects historical variations in taxonomic citation practices.
Observational Records
The has 173 documented observations on iNaturalist, indicating it is encountered with moderate frequency by citizen scientists and naturalists, though specific details about these observations are not provided in available sources.
Sources and further reading
- BugGuide
- Wikipedia
- GBIF taxonomy match
- iNaturalist taxon
- NCBI Taxonomy
- Catalogue of Life
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